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You are here: Home / Blog posts / Special Days / Why you should choose fairtrade products

Why you should choose fairtrade products

February 21, 2021 Filed Under: Special Days, Blog posts, Environmental

Fairtrade fortnight is 22nd February – 7th March 2021. It is a campaign to raise awareness for the farmers and workers who produce our food. The theme for 2021 is climate change challenges. They are working in poor countries that have done the least to contribute to climate change and yet they are the ones facing the challenges. And these challenges will only increase as the earth gets warmer and the global pandemic continues.

Here is are 5 reasons why you should choose fairtrade.

Workers receive a fair price

This is probably the most well-known fact but that’s because so many workers across the world are treated unfairly. Unfortunately, it’s very common that people are expected to work long hours for very little money. Fairtrade supports workers to get the right standard of work through trade unions and to raise their prices. However, by choosing fairtrade, you are helping the world become a more equal place.

Some of the money gets invested in local products

It isn’t just the workers that benefit, their local community does too! There are investments in better schools, housing and medical facilities which are all essential in life. There are lots of lovely stories that I would really recommend reading about.

Creates a safe environment for workers

There are health & safety requirements to make sure that the workplace is as safe as possible. The machinery and equipment on site must be kept safe and if there are any hazards, to be clearly labelled. There are discrimination policies, along with a no-bullying/harassment policy and no forced labour/child labour. Additionally, there has to be access to clean water, rest areas and toilets.

Like I said before, often people have to work long hours with little pay but also in horrible conditions. Workplaces can be unhygienic, hazardous and with no breaks but fairtrade eliminates this.

They are taking significant steps towards sustainability

Part of the reason why Fairtrade is more expensive is so it covers sustainable production costs. Buying fairtrade doesn’t necessarily mean that you are buying the most sustainable option in the shop, it just means that it’s more sustainable than before and they are taking significant steps.

Related post: 5 ways to reduce your plastic consumption

Enables workers to have a better quality of life

With more money, they can buy nutritious food and live in a better house. They can live a more stable life and send their children to school, along with being less at risk of poverty. These are just a few of the benefits that Fairtrade provides for the people who produce our food. The next time you go shopping, think about making a switch to a fairtrade product.

There are lots of events that you can get involved in, during fairtrade fortnight, here. I’ve signed up for a few talks & the fairtrade quiz which I’m really looking forward to.

Best wishes, Cx

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  1. blondeyonamission says

    February 21, 2021 at 9:11 am

    I love this!! I’ve heard of Fairtrade before and the one group I volunteer for is promoting it along with a bakesale so I’m going to investigate as soon as I get back to the UK. Great blog xx

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      February 21, 2021 at 12:32 pm

      That’s so cool! xx

      Reply
  2. Zoe Baird says

    February 21, 2021 at 12:02 pm

    This is a really good post, super important to get the message across of why Fairtrade is necessary, a lot of people don’t understand. You have explained it so well =)

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      February 21, 2021 at 12:32 pm

      Thank you, I’m so glad xx

      Reply
  3. Ellie Phillips says

    February 21, 2021 at 2:30 pm

    Lovely topic Caroline, i think its so important to make the choices to buy fair trade- knowing the workers get treated fairly is so good!

    Ellie // http://www.thediaryofellie.com

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    • Caroline says

      February 21, 2021 at 3:43 pm

      So true x

      Reply
  4. CristinaR says

    February 21, 2021 at 1:36 pm

    This was such a great read! I didn’t know there was a week to raise awareness about it. Sometimes people can get confused about what Fairtrade means and you explained it clearly! Thank you for sharing! x

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      February 21, 2021 at 2:07 pm

      Thank you! x

      Reply
  5. Lauren Kenny says

    February 21, 2021 at 2:02 pm

    Fab post on such an important topic! Will definitely be more mindful about picking fairtrade options from now on 🙂

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    • Caroline says

      February 21, 2021 at 2:07 pm

      Thank you xx

      Reply
  6. katieemmabeauty says

    February 21, 2021 at 2:47 pm

    Such an important topic! I try as much as possible to shop local (as my dads owns a flower nursery and my grandfather owned a farm!), and when I’m in the supermarket I look out for UK grown or fair trade products for sure! It’s so important to support the food chain as much as we can with smart and fair purchases!

    Katie | katieemmabeauty.com

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    • Caroline says

      February 21, 2021 at 3:45 pm

      Love that, it is so important ❤

      Reply
  7. lucymarytaylor says

    February 21, 2021 at 4:27 pm

    I love all of these reasons to buy Fairtrade products, there’s so many positives to buying them and like you said, it helps so many people! x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

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    • Caroline says

      February 21, 2021 at 6:39 pm

      Thank you x

      Reply
  8. Amber Page says

    February 21, 2021 at 6:52 pm

    This is such an important post! Some great reasons liste dhere thanks for sharing!

    Amber | The Unpredicted page | https://theunpredictedpage.com

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    • Caroline says

      February 21, 2021 at 10:06 pm

      Thank you x

      Reply
  9. thathappyreader says

    February 21, 2021 at 8:14 pm

    You’ve really outlined all the reasons to buy fair trade! A very helpful post!

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      February 21, 2021 at 10:06 pm

      Thank you 🙂 x

      Reply
  10. Kelly Diane says

    February 21, 2021 at 10:32 pm

    This is such a great topic. I remember Fairtrade being spoken about when I was still at school. Ever since then, I’ve made a conscious effort to choose fair trade products where possible. Everybody has the right to be healthy, happy and gain a living wage.

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      February 22, 2021 at 12:02 pm

      Thank you, so true ❤❤

      Reply
  11. agirlwithaview1 says

    February 22, 2021 at 11:49 am

    Love this post. I always try and buy Fairtrade wherever possible and I remember it being a big thing at school. Thanks for sharing!

    Tash – A Girl with a View

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    • Caroline says

      February 22, 2021 at 12:01 pm

      I’m so glad! Thank you 🙂 x

      Reply
  12. mindbeautysimplicity says

    February 22, 2021 at 3:46 pm

    great message! thanks so much for bringing light to this topic.

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      February 23, 2021 at 12:32 pm

      thank you x

      Reply
  13. Shahrin says

    February 22, 2021 at 9:20 pm

    This is such a great read Caroline✨

    I try my best to always to fair trade products, I take my time reading the label carefully before purchasing anything. With climate change and everything that is going on around our world, we all must be responsible consumer. x

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      February 23, 2021 at 12:39 pm

      Thank you, I’m so glad ❤

      Reply
  14. Merry says

    February 23, 2021 at 1:51 am

    I love this post! It’s super great to know about why fair-trade is really important – I’m aware that many people don’t know or understand about it. Thank you so much for sharing the love!

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      February 23, 2021 at 12:39 pm

      Thank you 🙂 x

      Reply
  15. Jenny in Neverland says

    February 24, 2021 at 11:32 am

    This is a great post and so informative! I’ve familiar with fair trade products but wasn’t aware of all these benefits!

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      February 24, 2021 at 11:55 am

      Thank you 🙂 x

      Reply
  16. Nyxinked says

    April 1, 2021 at 5:09 pm

    Excellent post, pet! I always knew it was a good thing to buy fair trade, but I never knew the in’s and out’s of it. You’ve really opened my eyes!

    Reply
    • Caroline says

      April 1, 2021 at 5:14 pm

      I’m glad to hear 🙂 x

      Reply

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